Microsoft Office Certification
Go from knowing nothing about working with computers to becoming prepared for Microsoft certification exams with a series of courses from Wake Tech.
Courses cover the following:
- Navigating computers and the internet
- Essentials for word processing and spreadsheets
- Data analysis and visualization tools, including SQL, Tableau and Power BI
- Methods and technology skills for office administrative work
Each course prepares students for a different Microsoft certification exam.
Industry-recognized credential(s): Microsoft Office Specialist
Complete course(s) in: Three to nine months
Financial assistance available
Don't have enough money to pay for a course? Right now, Wake Tech's Propel program offers scholarships that cover the cost of registration and fees.
NOTE: The Propel Scholarship Application is currently closed and will reopen March 1.
Microsoft Office Specialist Certification Courses
Computer Technology Basics for Digital Literacy
Course ID: CIS-3100L2 | Overview
Course participants with little to no experience using computers will learn the basics. Instruction will focus on learning concepts and navigating computers, devices, and the Internet. By the end of the course, students will have understood computing hardware and software principles, online fundamentals for communicating, collaborating, and socially engaging, and application essentials for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations. Participants will also be prepared to take the Microsoft Word certification test MO-100 (Word and Word 2019).
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 307387 | 02/11/25 - 05/01/25 | Northern Wake Campus | 203.00 | 20 | Register |
If you would like to be notified when additional sections become available, please use Wake Tech's Notify Me service.
Microsoft Office 365/Office 2019 for Office Administration
Course ID: OST-3100R2 | Overview
Learn the technology skills for administrative office work – jobs that are in high demand by local employers! This bundled course will show you how to use Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook to perform essential administrative tasks. You’ll learn to create, manage, and edit electronic files as well as how to enhance business collaboration and communication. Upon completion, you will be able to demonstrate work readiness, and you’ll be prepared to take core Microsoft Office Specialist certifications.
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 307388 | 02/17/25 - 06/23/25 | MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform | 293.00 | 23 | Register |
If you would like to be notified when additional sections become available, please use Wake Tech's Notify Me service.
Data Analytics for Business Professionals
Course ID: BAS-3120B2 | Overview
Develop essential data analysis skills that are in high demand by local businesses! With this bundled course, participants will build data literacy and learn how to use business tools, including SQL, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, and project management - for data analysis and visualization. They will learn how to read, write, and communicate data; understand data sources and constructs; and use various analysis methods to inspect, cleanse, and transform data - to discover insights, suggest conclusions, and support business decision-making. Upon completion, participants will be prepared to take the Microsoft Excel core certification exam.
If you would like to be notified when additional sections become available, please use Wake Tech's Notify Me service.
